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Aiden vs Henry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aiden

Boy #47 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little fire; born of fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#47
Total SSA Count
6,243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aiden Rank #47
Henry Rank #6

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #47 for Aiden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aiden or Henry more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Aiden at #47 in the United States.

What do Aiden and Henry mean?

Aiden means "Little fire; born of fire" (Irish Gaelic origin). Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Aiden and Henry boy or girl names?

Aiden is primarily a boy name. Henry is primarily a boy name.

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